Texans no longer have the right to use their land without approval from the state. Regulatory restrictions on property use-even more than eminent domain abuse-are the main threat to private property rights today.
Restoring Private Property Rights: Regulatory Takings
Municipal regulations like zoning ordinances can infringe on private property rights and distort the housing market. Key points: Private property rights are under threat from municipal zoning ordinances and design mandates. Texas law has failed to adequately protect property owners from regulatory takings. By closing the municipal loophole, Texas can be the national leader in...